Interim Accountant

  • £70000.00 - £80000.00 per annum
  • Full Time
  • Chester
  • Accountancy
  • 06/08/2025
  • Qualified
  • BBBH9578
  • Interim Accountant
  • 12 Months
  • Contract
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Senior Interim Accountant - 12-Month FTC
£70,000 - £80,000 + hybrid working + generous benefits
Chester / Hybrid (2 days in office, 3 days from home)

We're working with a fast-growing, PE-backed organisation, who are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to step in on a 12-month contract. This is a key hire to support business continuity while the core finance team focuses on the rollout of a number of new change & transformation projects.

You'll be a steady hand during a busy period-managing core finance operations, producing accurate reporting, and acting as a trusted partner to the wider business.

What you'll be doing:

  • Leading month-end close processes, including preparation and review of journals, accruals, and prepayments

  • Producing management accounts and supporting financial reporting for senior stakeholders

  • Managing and maintaining short- and medium-term cash flow forecasts

  • Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining financial control and accuracy

  • Investigating variances and ensuring the integrity of financial data

  • Acting as a key business partner to senior leaders, providing financial insight and analysis

  • Supporting the ERP implementation team with process input, knowledge transfer, and operational continuity

  • Identifying opportunities to streamline finance processes during the transition period

What's on offer:

  • £70,000 - £80,000 depending on experience

  • 12-month FTC with real impact and visibility

  • Hybrid working (2 days in the Chester office)

  • 25 days' holiday + bank holidays + birthday off

  • Health cash plan, life assurance, and fitness/wellbeing support

If you're a qualified accountant looking for a hands-on, value-adding role in a fast-moving business-this could be a great fit.

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